Councilor Elliot Storey’s proposal is rejected when other councilors dispute it and then take no action on it.
COVID-19 pandemic
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Bill Nemitz: Coming soon to a recliner near me – my much-missed grandsons
Among its many benefits, the COVID-19 vaccine spells the end of outdoor ‘leg hugs.’
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster, Southern Forecaster
New COVID-19 vaccination clinic opens at Maine Mall
Health care provider Northern Light Home Care & Hospice has partnered with Maine Mall managing company Brookfield Properties to open a new COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the mall, with more than 2,000 doses of the vaccine expected to be administered by the end of this week. The clinic, occupying the former Pier 1 Imports storefront, […]
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Bill Nemitz: New and improved democracy – so easy you can do it in your pajamas
Zoom, a silver lining of the pandemic, has spurred greater attendance at local government meetings.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Inside Bridgton: Feb. 26
Vaccine team treated to lunch The folks at Lee Auto Malls treated Central Maine Healthcare workers to lunch to recognize their hard work during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of the Central Maine Healthcare system, Bridgton Hospital team members working at the COVID-19 vaccination clinic were given lunch prepared by Beth’s Kitchen Café on Main […]
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Mills makes push for another $30 million for broadband internet in Maine
Weak or nonexistent internet connectivity, a longstanding problem in rural Maine, has been exacerbated during the pandemic as workers, businesses, students and families struggle to stay connected.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Don’t just wear one mask, wear two, health officer says
Westbrook Fire Chief Andrew Turcotte reminds residents to remain vigilant against the spread of the coronavirus.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
The House is about to pass more COVID-19 relief. What’s in the bill?
This is unlikely to be the final version of the legislation, but here’s a look at where things stand.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Politics
Maine Democratic leaders pitch COVID-19 Patient Bill of Rights
Lawmakers hold a public hearing on L.D. 1, which would waive all copayments for testing and vaccinations.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine Lives Lost: Donald Perreault, Marine Corps vet and welder who loved the outdoors
Perreault served in Vietnam and was exposed to Agent Orange, putting him at greater risk of complications from the coronavirus.